Surgery A Success!
The following statement was released to the press today.
Kentucky Supreme Court Justice McAnulty Recovering Following Surgery
Brain Surgery performed July 11, 2007 at Jewish HospitalLouisville, KY (July 12, 2007)…Kentucky Supreme Court Justice William E. McAnulty, Jr., underwent brain surgery at Jewish Hospital on Wednesday, July 11. The 59 year-old Justice was diagnosed with lung cancer a little more than two weeks ago, which had also spread to the brain.The surgery, which lasted a little more than one hour, was performed by neurosurgeon Wayne G. Villanueva, M.D. “A ‘gross total resection’ was performed on Justice McAnulty to remove a lesion from the base of the cranium,” said Villanueva. “It was metastasis to the brain from the lung cancer. He came through the surgery extremely well. We moved him to our intensive care unit following surgery, which is normal for this type of procedure. We plan to move him to a regular patient room today.”Following recovery from his July 11 surgery, medical oncologist Jeffrey Hargis will be coordinating planned chemotherapy and radiation therapy. “The next phase of his treatment should be starting later this month,” said Hargis.His wife Kristie said, “We appreciate the kind thoughts and prayers from everyone and are especially thankful for all the support we have received from family and friends. We also want to thank all the wonderful doctors and nurses involved for the great care he is receiving at Jewish Hospital.” McAnulty has four children, two grown children from a previous marriage and two younger children, ages four and 12. The McAnulty family will not be providing media interviews at this time.
We welcome your words of encouragement for the McAnulty family in the comments below or in the guestbook page on the right.
July 16th, 2007 at 11:23 pm
I worked in Circuit Court back in the summer of 98 in Divison 8. Was the first time I came in contact with Judge Mac. He had a very positive impact on me. I doubt he remembers me, but he did invite me to his election party the year he was elected to the Supreme Court. He definitely deserved the win. It broke my heart, literally when I heard about him being ill. I truly believe he will come out smelling like a rose, and God will continue to work with him down the road.
You’ve made it this far, keep on going and will see you soon! My prayers are with you as well as love and all the happiness you deserve!
July 16th, 2007 at 10:26 pm
Bill, I have always admired and held you in the highest esteem. My prayers are with you and your family. You have done so much for this community and we need you out there to continue carrying the torch. God Bless You!
July 16th, 2007 at 9:29 pm
Mac,
When I heard about your diagnosis I knew you would respond with some solid one-liners. I underestimated you. Your comments in the CJ left me laughing out loud. Forget about your other accomplishments. You’re my hero for your ability to maintain your keen sense of humor, even in the face of adversity. My family and I have you in our prayers. Be strong.
July 16th, 2007 at 8:31 pm
Dear Mr. Justice,
You are the “Mercedes Benz” of class and deportment. Be well and continue the good fight. Yo are sorely needed.
July 16th, 2007 at 7:39 pm
My dear Justice, so glad to hear you’re doing well. I knew you and your family were in good hands at Jewish, no doubt about that. I do admire your open attitude. As always, I’ll have a good thought for you each day and I’m sure Ike is working from the other side for your continued good progress and return to health. You truly are one of a kind.
July 16th, 2007 at 7:35 pm
Judge Bill, we are so pleased to know that your surgery went well. You are in our prayers and thoughts, and we wish you the best. Take care and follow your doctors’ orders closely.
The Joneses
July 16th, 2007 at 7:32 pm
Your Honor,
Be strong and be of good courage — keep the faith, you have the victory!
July 16th, 2007 at 7:15 pm
Justice McAnulty:
Happy to hear the surgery went well. All of us who value your friendship hope you will soon be back in your seat on the court in Frankfort.
July 16th, 2007 at 6:51 pm
Best wishes Judge Mac. Great to hear you came through so splendidly. I had no doubt you would take this cancer to task. Now rest up so you can return and add some sanity to the craziness down in Frankfort.
July 16th, 2007 at 6:48 pm
Justice McAnulty:
So glad to hear that you are doing well. I have been praying for you to have a speedy recovery –who knows, maybe we’ll have an encore of the Feldkamp Invitational Golf Tournament and it requires your presence! Best Wishes!
Doug